General Intelligence · Mental Aptitude

Directions: In the following question, a statement is given, followed by three assumptions. Decide which of the assumptions are implicit in the statement. Statement: Countries are investing billions in space missions, with objectives like planetary exploration, resource mining, and possible colonization. Critics argue this is a misuse of public funds, especially when millions still face poverty, hunger, and climate crises on Earth. Supporters claim space research will provide future survival options and technological innovations. Assumption I: It is assumed that success in colonizing other planets is guaranteed and will happen in the near future. Assumption II: Governments assume that investment in space missions will ultimately benefit humanity in the long run, even if immediate needs remain unmet. Assumption III: Critics assume that public money should first address urgent human problems before being spent on distant exploration.